MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Rain chances are lower as a slow climb in temperatures begins heading towards the weekend. This Evening It’s a partly to mostly cloudy day around Middle Georgia, and Wednesday has already seen way less rain than the first two days of this work week. The trend with the clouds should carry into tonight as things will…
UPDATE (8/6/2025) A Fort Valley man is in custody following an extensive, multi-agency investigation into a hit-and-run crash that killed a 65-year-old pedestrian in July. The suspect, identified as 23-year-old Javeus Montgomery of Fort Valley, was arrested in South Carolina and faces charges of felony hit and run and felony tampering with evidence. He is awaiting extradition to Georgia to…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/ WMGT-DT) – The School House Health program is a partnership between the Bibb County Board of Education and Children’s Hospital Atrium Health Navicent that provides primary health services to students in Bibb County public schools. Ashley Newberry, with the School House Health program, said the partnership began in 1994. She said the program is staffed by trained…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – If you look around this classroom at St. Andrews Montessori School in Macon, you’ll see it filled with many manipulative materials such as blocks, books, and other learning tools, but you won’t see Chromebooks or iPads. Karen Mangham, Head of School at St. Andrews Montessori School, said that’s because their younger students don’t touch a keyboard until…
(UPDATE 8/6/2025 at 11:10 a.m.) All lanes of I-16 East are currently back open, according to a Georgia State Patrol. (ORIGINAL 8/6/2025 at 7:30 a.m.) MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT-DT) – A man is dead after a tractor-trailer crash on Interstate 16 early Wednesday morning. The wreck happened at 5:37 a.m. on I-16 eastbound at Coliseum Drive, shutting down all lanes near…
ATLANTA, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Former DeKalb County CEO Mike Thurmond officially announced his candidacy for Governor of Georgia today, entering the race with a platform focused on tackling the rising cost of living, defending access to health care, and strengthening education across the state. With deep roots in Georgia and a decades-long career in public service, Thurmond is positioning himself…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The southeastern U.S. remains under the effects of a wedge of high pressure. This is resulting in the cloud cover that remains draped over northern and Middle Georgia. Little to no clearing is expected today. Drizzle and light to moderate rain continues over the region, with increasing rain expected to develop through the afternoon. Over Middle…
(NBC)- Inside 12 hours of President Trump’s new tariffs taking effect, uncertainty lingers as trade negotiations continue with countries including China, Switzerland, and India. The president called the deals “the greatest trade deals in the history of our country,” but not all agreements are finalized. Heavy equipment manufacturer Caterpillar warned the tariffs could result in a $1.5 billion hit to…
(LILAMAX)- President Donald Trump told CNBC’s “Squawk Box” that planned tariffs on pharmaceuticals imported into the U.S. could eventually reach as high as 250%, marking the highest tariff threat he has made to date. While the tariffs won’t start at that level, Trump said they will rise to that point over time. The move aims to encourage drug companies to…
(CNN)- Smoke from wildfires burning in both the western United States and Canada is blanketing large parts of the country, triggering air quality alerts and health concerns for millions of Americans. “The past couple days has been a little rough,” said Lina Wentzel of Wisconsin. “You can definitely feel the heaviness of it.” On Tuesday, air quality alerts were in…
Photos: Macon County Sheriff’s OfficeOGLETHORPE, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A multi-agency investigation led to two arrests in the unincorporated Reynolds area of Macon County, according to the Macon County Sheriff’s Office. In a news release Tuesday, the sheriff’s office said the Georgia Bureau of Investigation Region 13 and Region 3 offices coordinated with the Southwest Regional Drug Enforcement Office and the…
Fighting Irish FootballDUBLIN, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As student athletes gear up for another season of sports, Dublin High School is placing a strong emphasis on safety and well-being. Head Football Coach Roger Holmes says it’s important to focus on three critical factors: hydration, a healthy diet, and plenty of rest. “You can’t stay up till 12 or 1 in the morning…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – The Flood Watch for Middle Georgia was extended through Wednesday evening as more widespread rain appears inevitable. This Evening Overcast skies will remain over Middle Georgia as off and on rain and thunderstorms will continue through the evening and into tonight. The Flood Watch has been extended through 8 PM EDT tomorrow evening. The Ocmulgee River…
UPDATE (8/5/2025 at 3:07 p.m.) A Warner Robins man is in custody following a domestic incident that led to a brief standoff with police. According to the Warner Robins Police Department, officers responded to a domestic dispute where the victims were able to escape and call 911. Officers identified the suspect as 34-year-old Marquis Williams. Police say they obtained probable cause…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As students return to class, leaders at the Academy for Classical Education (ACE) in Macon are focusing on school safety. Chief William G. Ferrell, the campus police chief at ACE, said their goal is to create a strong culture of safety through proactive training and security procedures. “We created a school safety plan, and the first…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Chick-fil-A employee in Forsyth was arrested for sexual battery following an investigation by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office. According to the sheriff’s office, deputies received a complaint on July 16, 2025, involving an employee at the Chick-fil-A location in Monroe County. After an investigation, deputies arrested 54-year-old Kevin Kurtz of Jackson, Georgia, on August 4….
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) — This week’s Restaurant Report Card provides food service inspection scores across Middle Georgia, as released by the Georgia Department of Public Health. The scores cover inspections conducted between Monday, July 28 and Friday, August 1. Understanding the scores Scores 69 and below (unsatisfactory): Highlighted in red. Scores 70-99 (satisfactory): Displayed in black. Scores of 100 (perfect):…
(LILAMAX)- American Eagle Outfitters stock surged 24% Monday after President Donald Trump praised the company’s latest ad campaign featuring actress Sydney Sweeney. Trump called it the “hottest ad out there” and said American Eagle jeans are “flying off the shelves.” Analysts warn, however, that the true test for the retailer will come during the critical back-to-school shopping season. Meanwhile, another…
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – A Flood Warning has been issued for Bibb County until Friday evening and the Flood Watch has been expanded to include all of northeast and east Georgia for Tuesday evening. A blanket of clouds and waves of light to moderate rain showers has made for a dreary Monday across the state of Georgia. This activity has…
(CNN)- Democratic leaders across the country are warning Republicans that efforts to aggressively redraw congressional districts in Texas will face pushback from blue states. Illinois Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi cautioned, “Don’t mess with democracy… You can gerrymander the hell out of that map. Guess what? Two can play that game. Other states will do exactly the same thing and neutralize what…
(CNN) – Authorities in Montana are intensifying their search for 45-year-old Michael Paul Brown, who is suspected of killing four people in a bar shooting early Friday morning near Anaconda. Investigators released a photo of Brown taken shortly before he escaped in a stolen pickup truck—showing him without a shirt or pants. Officials believe he has since found clothing and…
(CNN)- Marriage Story, starring Adam Driver and Scarlett Johansson, recently received Oscar nominations. Now, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is using audio from the film to scare wolves away from cattle herds in the western United States. According to The Wall Street Journal, clips of the characters’ arguments are being broadcast from drones flying over grazing areas. A USDA supervisor…
41NBC’s Bill Shanks sat down with Mary Persons Bulldogs head coach Brian Nelson to discuss their upcoming season. Categories: Coach’s Corner, Local Sports Tags: Mary Persons Bulldogs Football
MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – As students across Middle Georgia gear up for a new school year, many are feeling the usual mix of excitement and nerves—especially those starting school for the first time, changing schools, or entering a new grade. Renatta Wilson, a pre-K teacher at Northwoods Academy, said those first-day jitters don’t just affect the kids. “We see a lot…